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Located in the heart of Back Bay, Sonsie is the oldest restaurant on Newbury St and one of the most sought-after restaurants to visit! The main floor of Sonsie features a European-style cafe with a full bar, dining area, and high-top tables. Throughout the warmer months, Sonsie boasts beautiful French doors that translate to an open sidewalk cafe and are perfect for summer brunch or dates. It is easy to relax at Sonsie and enjoy the classic music that reflects the ambiance of the restaurant as the day progresses into the night.

See what previous customers have to say about Sonsie below and how they enjoyed their top-notch International cuisine!

Our 5-Star Reviews

“Had the togarashi fries,  bao, and lamb osso bucco. Everything was delicious,  and everyone in my party had a good time. Nice, laid-back atmosphere, and the staff were great.” D.R. D


“Had brunch on a Saturday morning, and we absolutely loved the food ! The hollandaise sauce of the eggs benedict was exquisite.” Joana K


“The place to be! I have been going there for 20 years. Amazing atmosphere, amazing people, waiters, food drinks! Always fun to be when in Boston!

Kid-friendliness: We had 2 boys with us, they are 11 y.o. We treated with smile and respect from hostesses, as some place don't like kids.” Alla B


“My wife and I had a great date night here. The menu was compact, but still had several unique, intriguing dishes. I had the ribeye and my wife had the roasted chicken. Both were delicious and we're gobbled up fast. Nice location right on Newbury St.. Great decor and cool vibe. The wait staff was attentive and friendly. My only gripe was the lighting was really dark. My old eyes had trouble seeing my steak, haha. Overall, a great place to eat!” Richard C


“One of our favorite spots in Boston.  The new menu, which has some Asian influences was well received.  The calamari, which reminded me a of a salt and pepper calamari dish at my favorite Vietnamese spot, was excellent. The maitake pizza and burger didn't last long either.  We ate at the bar and everyone back there contributed to our meal/service so it was prompt and friendly, never waiting for anything. It's nice that on a busy Friday night we didn't have to flag anyone down or fight for attention,  the bar staff was just on point.” Kevin S

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